Sturgis Urban Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
60,870 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,707 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$502 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 23
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 3 14 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 36, MI
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Schools

Centreville Jr Sr High School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Covered Bridge School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Centreville Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
Western Michigan University
26 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Three Rivers Health
7 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Sturgis Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
19 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
43 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
67 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
67 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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